12 Kreuzer - Wolfgang George 1621-1622 front 12 Kreuzer - Wolfgang George 1621-1622 back
12 Kreuzer - Wolfgang George 1621-1622 photo
© Leipziger Münzhandlung und Auktion Manfred Höhn

12 Kreuzer - Wolfgang George

 
Silver - 27 mm
Description
Issuer
County of Stolberg-Stolberg (German States)
Count
Wolfgang George (1612-1631)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1621-1622
Value
12 Kreuzers (⅙)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#177112
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Stag to left in circle, mintmaster's initials between legs.

Script: Latin

Lettering: ET. HON. DO. I. EP. M. B. LO. CL.

Interesting fact

The 12 Kreuzer coin from the County of Stolberg-Stolberg, minted between 1621 and 1622, features an unusual design on its reverse side. Instead of the typical coat of arms or other symbol of the county, the coin bears an image of a wild boar, which was a common motif in the region's heraldry. This design choice was likely made to symbolize the county's strength and resilience, as the wild boar was seen as a powerful and formidable animal.